Vernazza is the only natural port of the Cinque Terre and is famous for its harbor, its multicoloured houses and its magical alleyways. Vernazza has preserved the characteristics of a typical sea town. This small fishing village is very narrow and its vital center is located in a small, picturesque square, just near the harbor. When you arrive in V...

A wartime air-raid shelter and bunker built by Italian fascist leader Benito Mussolini reopen to visitors on Friday following renovation works and the addition of a new multimedia exhibition. The underground complex is located below the Casino Nobile in the grounds of Villa Torlonia, the private residence of Mussolini and his family from 1929 until...

The second season of award-winning HBO dark comedy White Lotus, set in Taormina in Sicily, boosted flights from the US to Italy by 205%, Tourism Minister Daniela Santanchè said Thursday. Flights from Germany rose by even more, 265%, in the wake of the mini-series screening from October to December 2022, she said. Further, Santanchè said, "the seaso...

Set in the heart of Chianti Classico country, this albergo diffuso has brought new life to a quintessential Tuscan hamlet. What to expect If you dream of laid-back luxury in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Borgo San Felice is the place for you. It’s spread out over a series of centuries-old stone buildings surrounded by cypress and olive trees, with...

Apulia is often referred to as the "Heel of the Boot", which metaphorically symbolizes the shape of the Italian peninsula. Situated on the eastern side of Southern Italy, here we find ourselves in a sun-kissed territory rich in history, parks, and culture, deserving of exploration for its fabulous landscapes, colors, flavors, and authentic traditio...

Levanto is a laid-back town on the Italian Riviera near the tourist-packed Cinque Terre. While it’s a good base for visiting Cinque Terre by train or boat, the town is a great place to experience slow travel. In fact Levanto calls itself a citta slow. Levanto has an interesting medieval center, shops and restaurants, and a Blue Flag beach that’s a...

While preparing for my recent holiday to northern Italy, I read that we owe a lot to the city of Florence (Firenze) and the cultural awakening that began in this former city-state. Between the 14th and 17th centuries, Florence and much of Europe experienced a period of cultural enlightenment that we now know as the Renaissance. It was a period that...

Luxury sports travel offers a unique opportunity to explore new destinations while indulging in VIP treatment and world-class entertainment. Whether it’s cheering on your favourite team at a historic stadium or witnessing athletes push their limits in breath-taking settings, sports travel allows enthusiasts to live out their passion in style. Trave...

Discovering Florence in two days knowing that the city has almost three millennia of history behind it is certainly a difficult undertaking, but perhaps it is enough to light the spark towards one of the most enchanting cities in the world, a real manifesto of beauty. Just think about its two super ambassadors and what they represent: Michelangelo'...

In essence, Tourist Italy‘s insights as an industry observer underscore a significant paradigm shift in travel preferences among Gen. Z. It’s not merely about where they go but how they authentically experience and share the beauty of Italy, shaping a new era of travel characterized by individuality and unique encounters. In the dynamic landscape o...